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Jeffrey Barber Obituary

BARBER , Jeffrey O. Sadly on September 25, 2008 Jeffrey O. Barber, beloved husband of Erika C. Barber; loving father of Jason Barber and his wife Megan; loving son of Irene J. and her late husband Ronald O. Barber; treasured son of Louise and Robert Cochran, Sr; loving brother of John V. Barber, Lisa and Robert Cochran, Jr. Also survived by a host of loving family and friends.
Family members and friends may call at the family owned AMBROSE FUNERAL HOME, INC., 1328 Sulphur Spring Road, Arbutus, on Sunday from 3 to 5 and 7 to 9 P.M. Funeral Services will held on Monday at the Arbutus United Methodist Church, 1201 Maple Avenue, Arbutus at 11 A.M. Interment to follow at Loudon Park Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Cancer Society, 8719 Town Center Drive, Timonium, MD 21093. www.ambrosefuneralhomes.com

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Published by Baltimore Sun on Sep. 27, 2008.

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kim gray

December 24, 2008

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2008

Erika Barber

October 2, 2008

Jeff was the love of my life. I can't take one single breath without missing him. When I was weak he was strong. When I was sad he could make it go away with just one smile or a touch. It has been an honor to be Jeff's wife. The day Jeff passed, a huge part of me left with him, but a bigger part of him lives inside of me. He was a great husband and my best friend. I miss you punkin!!

September 28, 2008

A bright light has gone out on Earth only to shine brighter in Heaven.

Scott & Dawn Berger

September 27, 2008

May God bless you as you begin this wonderful new journey into eternal life. Although you will be deeply missed by many, it is comforting to know that the pain and suffering that you endured on Earth has finally come to an end. May you rest in peace now and forever in the Lord's Holy Kingdom!

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